1988 Contest 44CS vs 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 — Comparison
1988 Contest 44CS
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1988 Contest 44CS | 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Contest | X-Yachts |
| Year | 1988–1996 | 2010–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Netherlands | Denmark |
| Designer | Dick Zaal | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) | 10.57 m (34.7 ft) |
| LWL | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 12,700 kg (27,999 lbs) | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 85.0 m² (915 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Steel | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 70 L (18.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 500 L (132.1 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1988 Contest 44CS and 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1988 Contest 44CS is a 1980s design by Contest from Netherlands, while the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The 1988 Contest 44CS was penned by Dick Zaal. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the 1988 Contest 44CS measures 13.41m (44.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.96m, compared to the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 at 10.57m (34.7ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 1988 Contest 44CS is 2.84m longer than the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35. The 1988 Contest 44CS displaces approximately 119% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1988 Contest 44CS has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.86 and 85.0 m² of sail area. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, with an SA/D of 16.37 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1988 Contest 44CS offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 23.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.68). The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 has a comfort ratio of 19.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 40.9% for the 1988 Contest 44CS and 36.2% for the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1988 Contest 44CS provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 500L of water capacity and 300L of fuel. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 140L water and 70L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1988 Contest 44CS is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1988 Contest 44CS offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.